With accreditation from the National Olympic Committee – Philippine Olympic Committee (NOC-POC), and assistance from the Philippine Sports Commission, the Philippine Women’s National team will compete in the 29th Southeast Asian Games in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 15-24 August 2017.
The Philippines will be up against Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam in a single group.
Match Schedule:
15 August 2017 – UiTM Stadium
8:45 PM – Malaysia vs Philippines
17 August 2017 – UM Arena
4:00 PM – Philippines vs Vietnam
22 August 2017 – UM Arena
4:00 PM – Myanmar vs Philippines
24 August 2017 – UiTM Stadium
4:00 PM – Philippines vs Thailand
The Philippine Women’s team is coached by Marnelli “Let” Dimzon. Currently, the Women’s team are in Japan for their final preparation for the SEA Games.
The SEA Games is also an excellent preparation of the team for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Jordan 2018 which will be held next year.
The final roster of players for the Women’s national team will be announced at a later date.
Photo from Mia Montayre